James Boldin, D.M.A. Associate Professor of Music University of Louisiana Monroe [email protected] [email protected] http://jamesboldin.com
Academic and Administrative Positions 2016-2019 University of Louisiana Monroe, L.M. McKneely Endowed Professorship in Humanities and Associate Professor of Music 2016-present University of Louisiana Monroe, Associate Director of the School of Visual and Performing Arts Duties and Responsibilities: • Serve in the Director’s absence • Oversee assessment coordination, Handle student issues, complaints, and appeals • Coordinate student advising, registration requests, drop/add, prerequisite overrides. • Oversee curriculum (catalog, oversee check sheets, academic credit evaluation, course substitutions) • Coordinate course scheduling • Produce brochures, fliers, newsletters • Schedule and coordinate events • Coordinate textbook submissions 2012-present University of Louisiana Monroe, Associate Professor of Music Responsibilities include teaching applied horn, coaching chamber ensembles, performing in the faculty brass trio, and teaching other courses as required by the needs of the ULM Department of Music. Courses taught: • Applied Horn: Major and Minor lessons • HUMN 1010: Fine Arts Appreciation • MUSC 1091: Music Enjoyment (face-to-face and online sections) • MUSC 1095: Introduction to Music Technology • MUSC 2012: Brass Ensemble • MUSC 4004: Orchestral Repertoire • MUSC 4091-4092: Historical Survey I and II • MUSC 4064: The Baroque Era • MUSC 4099: The Classic Era • MUSC 4093: The Romantic Era • MUSC 4094: Contemporary Music 2012-2014 University of Louisiana Monroe, Dr. William R. Hammond Endowed Professorship in Liberal Arts and Associate Professor of Music 2011-2012 University of Louisiana Monroe, Dr. William R. Hammond Endowed Professorship in Liberal Arts and Assistant Professor of Music 2006-2012 University of Louisiana Monroe, Assistant Professor of Music Boldin – Vitae 2
2012, 2017 Visiting Faculty, Cannon Music Camp, Appalachian State University, Boone, NC (Three week summer music program for high school students, taught applied horn lessons and a weekly studio class.) 2005-2006 University of Wisconsin-La Crosse, Lecturer Courses taught: Applied Horn MUS 105: Music Appreciation 2004-2005 University of Wisconsin-La Crosse, Adjunct instructor Courses taught: Applied Horn 2003-2005 University of Wisconsin-Madison, Graduate Teaching Assistant Courses taught: Music 101: The Musical Experience
Performance Positions 2012-present Fourth Horn, Shreveport Symphony Orchestra, (Shreveport, LA) 2006-present Principal Horn, Monroe Symphony Orchestra (Monroe, LA) 2007-present Third Horn, Rapides Symphony Orchestra (Alexandria, LA) 2010-present Regular Substitute, South Arkansas Symphony Orchestra (El Dorado, AR) 2010 Principal Horn, Opera East Texas (Longview, TX) 2009 Principal Horn, Louisiana Lyric Opera (Monroe, LA) 2008-2009 Second Horn, Shreveport Symphony Orchestra (Shreveport, LA) 2007-2012 Regular Substitute, Shreveport Symphony Orchestra (Shreveport, LA) 2006-present Black Bayou Brass, Faculty Brass Ensemble, University of Louisiana Monroe 2005-2006 Third and Guest Principal Horn, Oshkosh Symphony Orchestra (Oshkosh, WI) 2006 Regular Substitute, Green Bay Symphony Orchestra (Green Bay, WI) 2005-2006 Regular Substitute, Madison Symphony Orchestra (Madison, WI) 2005-2006 Regular Substitute, La Crosse Symphony Orchestra (La Crosse, WI) 2005 Substitute/Extra List, New World Symphony Orchestra (Miami, FL) 2004-2006 Quinthorne Brass Quintet (Madison, WI) 2001-2002 Assistant principal horn, Asheville Symphony Orchestra (Asheville, NC)
Education 2004-2007 University of Wisconsin-Madison, Doctor of Musical Arts (D.M.A.) in Horn Performance, Minor in Historical Musicology 2002-2004 University of Wisconsin-Madison, Master of Music, Music Performance 1998-2002 Appalachian State University, Bachelor of Music, Music Performance, summa cum laude
Music Festivals and Institutes Attended 2004 Kendall Betts Horn Camp, Full Scholarship Recipient 2003 International Festival Institute at Round Top, Full Scholarship Recipient 2001 Las Vegas Music Festival 1997-2000 Brevard Music Center 1995-1996 Cannon Music Camp, Appalachian State University
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Adjudication Experience September 2019 Louisiana All-State Band and Orchestra Auditions (Round One) February, 2017 ENKOR International Music Competition (Chamber Music) January 2017 Rapides Symphony Concerto Competition October 2016 Louisiana All-State Band and Orchestra Auditions (Round Two) May, 2015 ENKOR International Music Competition (Woodwinds, Brass, and Percussion) March, 2015 Mock Orchestral Auditions, 2015 Southeast Horn Workshop January 2015 Louisiana District One Honor Band Auditions October 2013 Louisiana All-State Band and Orchestra Auditions (Round Two) September 2013 Louisiana All-State Band and Orchestra Auditions (Round One) January 2013 Louisiana Music Educators Association, District 1 Honor Band September 2011 Louisiana All-State Band and Orchestra Auditions (Round One) March 2011 College Solo Competition (Round 1) 2011 Southeast Horn Workshop January 2011 Louisiana District One Honor Band Auditions October 2010 Louisiana All-State Band and Orchestra Auditions (Round Two) September 2010 Louisiana All-State Band and Orchestra Auditions (Round One) January 2010 Louisiana District One Honor Band Auditions September 2009 Louisiana All-State Band and Orchestra Auditions (Round One) January 2009 Louisiana District One Honor Band Auditions October 2008 Louisiana All-State Band and Orchestra Auditions (Round Two) February 2008 Mock Orchestral Auditions, 2008 Southeast Horn Workshop September 2007 Louisiana All-State Band and Orchestra Auditions (Round One) January 2007 Louisiana District One Honor Band Auditions
Professional Memberships 2012-present American Federation of Musicians, Local 116 2011-present The College Music Society 2011-present National Association of College Wind and Percussion Instructors 2006-present International Horn Society 2002 Pi Kappa Lambda National Music Honor Society
Honors and Awards 2018 Yamaha Performing Artist Roster 2017 University of Louisiana Monroe Foundation Award for Excellence in Creative/Artistic Activity 2016 L.M. McKneely Endowed Professorship in Humanities, University of Louisiana Monroe 2011-2014 Dr. William R. Hammond Endowed Professorship in Liberal Arts, University of Louisiana Monroe 2011 "Dean's Choice Award," College of Arts and Sciences, The University of Louisiana at Monroe 2008 Mortar Board Mentor, University of Louisiana Monroe Mortar Board Chapter, award for excellence in teaching 2004 Finalist, University of Wisconsin-Madison Concerto Competition 2003 Craig Jacobson Memorial Scholarship, University of Wisconsin-Madison 2001-2002 Presser Scholarship, Appalachian State University 2000-2001 Hester Memorial Scholarship, Appalachian State University Boldin – Vitae 4
1998-2002 Chancellor’s List, Appalachian State University 1998 National Merit Scholarship Finalist
Master class performances for Kendall Betts, William Barnewitz, Herman Baumann, John Cerminaro, Eli Epstein, Adam Unsworth, William VerMeulen, and Gail Williams
Publications Books 2016 Book, Solo Training for Horn, Mountain Peak Music (Etudes and exercises based on standard solo repertoire) ISBN: 9781935510673http://www.mountainpeakmusic.com/solo-training-for-horn/ 2015 Book, Solo Training for Duets for Horns, Mountain Peak Music (Instructional duets based on standard solo repertoire) ISBN: 9781935510734 http://www.mountainpeakmusic.com/solo-training-duets-for-horns/
Audio Recordings (as solo/featured artist) 2018 Scenes from the Bayou: Black Bayou Brass, World Premiere recordings, original and arranged music for brass trio, Mark Records, MCD 53133, https://www.prestomusic.com/classical/products/8538211--scenes-from-the- bayou 2013 Jan Koetsier: Music for Horn, MSR Classics, MS 1393, http://www.msrcd.com/catalog/cd/MS1393
Audio Recordings (as collaborating artist) 2012 Motion Picture Soundtrack, Arachnoquake, Music composed by Andrew Morgan Smith, Active Entertainment, Blade Studios 2010 Metamorphosen: Music for Brass Trio, Chamber Arts Brass, Air Recording 2009 Overtures from Overture Hall (performed as a member of the Madison Symphony Orchestra, John Demain, conductor) Ion Records 2006 Forbes Plays Koetsier, Michael Forbes, Tuba (performed as principal horn of a horn quartet with solo tuba) Summit Records, CD 462 2005 Soliloquies, Demondrae Thurman, Euphonium (performed as principal horn of the University of Wisconsin-Madison Chamber Orchestra, David Becker, conductor) Summit Records, CD 431 2003 James Dick Plays Edvard Grieg (performed as a member of the Texas Festival Orchestra, JoAnn Falletta, conductor) Round Top Records
Musical Arrangements 2014 Musical Arrangement, Romance, by C.M. von Weber (arranged for horn and piano) Cimarron Music Press, https://www.cimarronmusic.com/catalog/product/view/id/12583/s/romance/ 2014 Musical Arrangement, Six Studies in English Folk-Song, by Ralph Vaughn Williams (arranged for horn and piano) Stainer & Bell, Ltd. https://stainer.co.uk/shop/h483/ 2014 Musical Arrangement, Wandl' ich in dem Wald des Abends, by Fanny Mendelssohn Hensel (arranged for brass trio) International Horn Society Online Music Press, https://www.hornsociety.org/marketplace/oms#!/Hensel- Boldin – Vitae 5
Fanny-%E2%80%93-Wandl-ich-in-dem-Wald-des-Abends-for-trumpet-horn- and-trombone-arr-Boldin/p/37566384 2013 Musical Arrangement, Rondo from Concerto No. 4, K. 495, by W.A. Mozart (arranged for brass trio) International Horn Society Online Music Press, https://www.hornsociety.org/marketplace/oms#!/Mozart-W-A-%E2%80%93- Rondo-from-Concerto-No-4-for-brass-trio-arr-Boldin/p/28456822 2012 Musical Arrangement, Meditation, from Thaïs, by Jules Massenet (arranged for horn and piano) International Horn Society Online Music Press, https://www.hornsociety.org/marketplace/oms#!/Massenet-Jules-arr-Boldin- %E2%80%93-Meditation-from-Tha%C3%AFs-for-horn-and- piano/p/18006696 2011 Musical Arrangement, Arcangelo Corelli, Trio Sonata Op. 2, No. 1, arranged for brass trio, Cimarron Music Press, https://www.cimarronmusic.com/trio- sonata-14365 2011 Musical Arrangement, Arcangelo Corelli, Trio Sonata Op. 3, No. 2, arranged for brass trio, Cimarron Music Press, https://www.cimarronmusic.com/trio- sonata 2011 Musical Arrangement, W.A. Mozart, Divertimento I from Five Divertimenti, K. 439b, arranged for brass trio, https://www.cimarronmusic.com/divertimento-i 2011 Musical Arrangement, W.A. Mozart, Divertimento III from Five Divertimenti, K.439b, arranged for brass trio, Cimarron Music Press, https://www.cimarronmusic.com/divertimento-iii 2011 Musical Arrangement, W.A. Mozart, Allegro from Divertimento for Violin, Viola and Cello, K. 563, arranged for brass trio, Cimarron Music Press, https://www.cimarronmusic.com/allegro-15271
Book Chapters 2008 Book Chapter, "Introduction to Non-Western Music" in You and Music: A Guide to Listening. Monroe, LA: Écoutez Press, Ltd. Articles 2015 "Brass Trio Repertoire: Beyond Poulenc," in The Horn Call: Journal of the International Horn Society. (May 2015). Dallas, TX: The International Horn Society 2013 "An Interview with Daren Robbins," in The Horn Call: Journal of the International Horn Society. (February 2013). Dallas, TX: The International Horn Society 2011 “Daily Routines for Horn,” in The Horn Call: Journal of the International Horn Society. (May 2011). Dallas, TX: The International Horn Society 2011 “Teacher Talk: An Interview with Douglas Hill,” in The Horn Call, Journal of the International Horn Society (February 2011). Dallas, TX: The International Horn Society 2010 "Teaching Young Hornists" in The Instrumentalist Magazine (September 2010). Northfield, IL: Instrumentalist Publications 2009 “Why the Brass Quintet?” in The Horn Call, Journal of the International Horn Society (May 2009). Dallas, TX: The International Horn Society 2009 "Horn Maintenance" in The Instrumentalist Magazine (September 2009). Northfield, IL: Instrumentalist Publications 2008 “Horn: Stopped and Muted” in The Instrumentalist Magazine (September 2008). Northfield, IL: Instrumentalist Publications Boldin – Vitae 6
Book and Music Reviews 2019 Slablóblian Folk Suite, by David Martynuik, in The Horn Call: Journal of the International Horn Society. (October 2019). Dallas, TX: The International Horn Society 2019 Sonata for Horn and Piano, by Gina Gillie, in The Horn Call: Journal of the International Horn Society. (October 2019). Dallas, TX: The International Horn Society 2019 Concerto for Horn (Trumpet) and Strings in E-flat major, by Johann Baptist Georg Neruda, in The Horn Call: Journal of the International Horn Society. (May 2019). Dallas, TX: The International Horn Society 2019 Keys to Transposition: A Method for the Teaching & Learning of Transposition on the Horn by Pete Nowlen with Brian O’Donnell and Heidi Oros, in The Horn Call: Journal of the International Horn Society. (May 2019). Dallas, TX: The International Horn Society 2019 Horn Technique: A New Approach to an Old Instrument, by Jeffrey Agrell, in The Horn Call: Journal of the International Horn Society. (February 2019). Dallas, TX: The International Horn Society 2019 Song for Emma by Ricardo Matosinhos The Horn Call: Journal of the International Horn Society. (February 2019). Dallas, TX: The International Horn Society 2018 Dialogues for 2 Horns, Op. 96 by C.D. Wiggins, in The Horn Call: Journal of the International Horn Society. (October 2018). Dallas, TX: The International Horn Society 2018 Solitudes for Solo Horn, Op. 113a by C.D. Wiggins, in in The Horn Call: Journal of the International Horn Society. (October 2018). Dallas, TX: The International Horn Society 2018 Waltz Twist for Horn and Piano by Jukka Harju, in The Horn Call: Journal of the International Horn Society. (May 2018). Dallas, TX: The International Horn Society 2018 Spectral Fanfare by Roger Zare, in The Horn Call: Journal of the International Horn Society. (May 2018). Dallas, TX: The International Horn Society 2018 Sonata for Horn in F and Piano by Gregory Sullivan Isaacs, in The Horn Call: Journal of the International Horn Society. (February 2018). Dallas, TX: The International Horn Society 2018 40 Progressive Melodic Studies for Brass by Corrado Saglietti, in The Horn Call: Journal of the International Horn Society. (February 2018). Dallas, TX: The International Horn Society 2018 Brass Instruments: Purchasing, Maintenance, Trouble-Shooting, and More by David Fedderly and Sally Wagner, in The Horn Call: Journal of the International Horn Society. (February 2018). Dallas, TX: The International Horn Society 2017 Metamorphoses for Horn and Piano by Daniel Kessner, in The Horn Call: Journal of the International Horn Society. (October 2017). Dallas, TX: The International Horn Society 2017 Carol of the Bells for Horn in F Trio, by Leontovich/Wilhousky, arranged by Larry Clark, in The Horn Call: Journal of the International Horn Society. (October 2017). Dallas, TX: The International Horn Society Boldin – Vitae 7
2017 Suite for Four Horns, by Liz Sharma, in The Horn Call: Journal of the International Horn Society. (May 2017). Dallas, TX: The International Horn Society 2017 May You Walk in Beauty for 10 Horns by Evan G. Chancellor, in The Horn Call: Journal of the International Horn Society. (May 2017). Dallas, TX: The International Horn Society 2017 Concertino in C for 2 Chalumeau, 2 Horns, and Bassoon by Johann Melchior Molter, in The Horn Call: Journal of the International Horn Society. (May 2017). Dallas, TX: The International Horn Society 2015 The Essential Guide to Horn Maintenance by Glen Perry, in The National Association of College Wind and Percussion Instructors Journal. Volume 63, No. 2 (Winter 2014-2015).
Websites and Miscellaneous Publications 2010-present James Boldin's Horn World, Over 600 articles on Horn Pedagogy and Performance, http://jamesboldin.com 2009-present Video tutorials covering a wide range of pedagogical topics, uploaded to YouTube. www.youtube.com/jboldin
Selected Student Positions and Accomplishments Director of Bands, Neville High School, Monroe, LA Director of Bands, Ouachita Christian School, Monroe, LA Director of Bands, West Ridge Middle School, West Monroe, LA Executive Director, Monroe Symphony Orchestra, Monroe, LA
Commissions and Premieres 2019 Black Bayou Vignettes for Brass Trio, by Erik Morales (Commissioning Consortium and World Premiere at the National Association of College Wind and Percussion Instructors Conference, October 11-13, 2019) 2018 Sonata for Horn and Piano, by Sy Brandon (Commissioning Consortium) 2018 Crystal Kaleidoscope for horn and vibraphone, by Ken Davies (Commission and World Premiere at the 2019 New Music on the Bayou Summer Festival) 2018 Love me like a beautiful dream for soprano, horn, and piano, by Dana Wilson (Commissioning Consortium and Mid-south premiere on April 2, 2019) 2017 Scenes from the Bayou for Brass Trio, by Gina Gillie (Commission, World Premiere at the 2017 International Women’s Brass Conference, and Recording) 2016 Inventions for Brass Trio, by Sy Brandon (Commissioning Consortium and Recording) 2016 Sketchbook for Brass Trio, by Roger Jones (Premiere) 2015 In Arkadia for Horn and Harp, by Gary Schocker (Commission and Premiere) 2011 Epilogue for Horn and Piano, by Roger Jones (Premiere) 2011 Landscapes for Clarinet, Horn, Bassoon, and Piano, by Daniel Baldwin (Commissioning Consortium)
Guest Masterclasses 2019 University of Arkansas (Fayetteville, AR) 2019 Mississippi State University (Starkville, MS) Boldin – Vitae 8
2017 Ohio University (Athens, OH) 2017 The University of Kentucky (Lexington, KY) 2015 Ouachita Baptist University (Arkadelphia, AR) 2015 The University of Texas at Tyler (Tyler, TX) 2012 Mahidol University (Thailand) 2012 Silpakorn University (Thailand) 2012 Royal Thai Navy Music School (Thailand) 2008 Appalachian State University (Boone, NC) 2006 Luther College (Decorah, Iowa)
Conference Performances and Presentations
International August 1, 2018 Contributing Artist Performance, “New Music for Low Brass Trio,” 50th International Horn Symposium, Ball State University, Muncie, IN July 30, 2018 Presentation, “Brass Trio Repertoire: Beyond Poulenc” 50th International Horn Symposium, Ball State University, Muncie, IN July 14, 2018 Recital, “Original Compositions for Low Brass Trio,” 2018 International Trombone Festival, The University of Iowa, Iowa City, IA June 10, 2017 Recital, “Horn Quartet No. 1, by Gina Gillie,” 2017 International Women’s Brass Conference, Rowan University, Glassboro, NJ June 7, 2017 Recital, “New Music for Brass Trio by Women Composers,”2017 International Women’s Brass Conference, Rowan University, Glassboro, NJ June 17, 2016 Lecture-demonstration, “Solo Training for Horn: Exercises and Etudes for Standard Solo Repertoire,” 48th International Horn Symposium, Ithaca College, Ithaca, NY June 14, 2016 Contributing Artist Performance, 48th International Horn Symposium, Ithaca College, Ithaca, NY August 7, 2015 Lecture-demonstration, “An Introduction to Solo Duet Training for Horns,”47th International Horn Symposium, The Colburn School, Los Angeles, CA August 3, 2015 Contributing Artist Performance, 47th International Horn Symposium, The Colburn School, Los Angeles, CA *Peformed the world premiere of Gary Schocker’s In Arkadia for Horn and Harp, commissioned with assistance from the International Horn Society’s Meir Rimon Commissioning Assistance Fund. June 8, 2014 Chamber Music Recital, “Works for Brass Trio by Women Composers” 2014 International Women’s Brass Conference, Northern Kentucky University, Highland Heights, KY August, 2, 2013 Contributing Artist Performance, 45th International Horn Symposium, University of Memphis School of Music, Memphis, TN May 16, 2012 Contributing Artist Performance, 44th International Horn Symposium, University of North Texas College of Music, Denton, TX December 16, 2011 Lecture-demonstration,"Stopped and Muted Horn: A Guide for Directors," Midwest Clinic International Band and Orchestra Conference, Chicago, IL
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National October 12, 2019 Chamber Music Recital, “Newly Commissioned Works for Brass Trio,” National Association of College Wind and Percussion Instructors Conference Cedar Falls, IA October 4, 2013 Chamber Music Performance, 2013 National Association of Composers, USA National Festival, Louisiana Tech University School of the Performing Arts, Ruston, LA November 17, 2012 Chamber Music Recital, “Works for Brass Trio by Living American Composers,” College Music Society/National Association of College Wind and Percussion Instructors Conference, San Diego, CA
Regional March 18, 2017 Contributing Artist Performance, 2017 Mid-South Horn Workshop, Southeast Missouri State University, Cape Girardeau, MO March 17, 2017 “Solo Training for Horn,” 2017 Mid-South Horn Workshop, Southeast Missouri State University, Cape Girardeau, MO March 7, 2015 Conductor, Red River Horn Ensemble, 2015 Southeast Horn Workshop, Louisiana State University, Baton Rouge, LA March 7, 2015 Regional Artist Performance, 2015 Southeast Horn Workshop, Louisiana State University, Baton Rouge, LA January 18, 2015 Chamber Recital: New Music for Brass Trio, Big 12 Area Universities Trombone Conference, Texas Tech University, Lubbock, TX March 4-6, 2011 "Teaching Young Horn Players," 2011 Southeast Horn Workshop, Appalachian State University, Boone, NC March 4-6. 2011 Regional Artist Performance, 2011 Southeast Horn Workshop, Appalachian State University, Boone, NC January 15, 2011 Faculty Showcase/Chamber Recital, Big 12 Area Universities Trombone Conference, Texas Tech University, Lubbock, TX March 26, 2010 Regional Artist Performance, 2010 Southeast Horn Workshop, The University of Southern Mississippi, Hattiesburg, MS February 23, 2008 Solo Horn Performance with Choir, South Central Regional Music Conference, Monroe, LA February 15, 2008 "An Introduction to Brass Quintet Excerpts for Horn," 2008 Southeast Horn Workshop, Columbus State University, Columbus, GA February16, 2008 Regional Artist Performance, 2008 Southeast Horn Workshop, Columbus State University, Columbus, GA February 27, 2010 “Strategies for Successful Solo Performances,” South Central Regional Music Conference, Monroe, LA March 6-8, 2009 Regional Artist Performance, 2009 Southeast Horn Workshop, Western Carolina University, Cullowhee, NC March 9-11, 2007 Regional Artist Performance, 2007 Southeast Horn Workshop, The University of Georgia, Athens, GA
State June 6-8, 2019 New Music on the Bayou Summer Festival, Louisiana Tech University, University of Louisiana Monroe May 31-June 2, 2018 New Music on the Bayou Summer Festival, Louisiana Tech University, University of Louisiana Monroe Boldin – Vitae 10
May 31-June 3, 2017 New Music on the Bayou Summer Festival, Louisiana Tech University, University of Louisiana Monroe June 1-4, 2016 New Music on the Bayou Summer Festival, Louisiana Tech University, University of Louisiana Monroe November 25, 2013 "Chamber Music for Brass: A How-To Guide," Louisiana Music Educators Association 2013 State Music Conference, Baton Rouge, LA November 21, 2011 "A Guide to Warm-ups and Daily Routines for the Horn," Louisiana Music Educators Association 2011 State Music Conference Baton Rouge, LA November 22, 2010 “Strategies for Successful Solo Performances,” Louisiana Music Educators Association 2010 State Music Conference, Baton Rouge, LA November 23, 2009 “Horn Maintenance and Repair for Band Directors,” Louisiana Music Educators Association 2009 State Music Conference, Baton Rouge, LA November 24, 2008 "Tips and Tricks for Improving Accuracy on the Horn," Louisiana Music Educators Association 2008 State Music Conference, Baton Rouge, LA November 18, 2007 "Stopped Horn, Muted Horn, and More," Louisiana Music Educators Association 2007 State Music Conference, Baton Rouge, LA November 20, 2006 "Teaching Younger Horn Players," Louisiana Music Educators Association 2006 State Music Conference, Baton Rouge, LA
Grants 2019 University of Louisiana Monroe: College of Arts, Education, and Sciences Dean’s Faculty Support Fund Awarded $912 to support guest recitals and master classes at the University of Arkansas and Mississippi State University 2019 Yamaha Corporation of America Awarded $100 to support a clinic and performance at the University of Arkansas 2018 University of Louisiana Monroe: College of Arts, Education, and Sciences Dean’s Faculty Support Fund Awarded $1160 to support a presentation and brass trio performance at the 2018 International Horn Symposium 2018 Yamaha Corporation of America Awarded $150 to support a presentation and brass trio performance at the 2018 International Horn Symposium 2018 University of Louisiana Monroe: College of Arts, Education, and Sciences Dean’s Faculty Support Fund Awarded $445 to support a brass trio performance at the 2018 International Trombone Festival 2018 The International Horn Society: Meir Rimon Commissioning Assistance Fund Awarded $1250 to assist in commissioning a new work for horn and vibraphone by nationally recognized composer Ken Davies 2017 University of Louisiana Monroe: College of Arts, Education, and Sciences Dean’s Faculty Support Fund Awarded $700 to support a brass trio performance at the 2017 International Women’s Brass Conference 2016 The International Horn Society: Meir Rimon Commissioning Assistance Fund Awarded $750 to assist in commissioning a new work for brass trio by nationally recognized composer Gina Gillie Boldin – Vitae 11
2015 Louisiana Division of the Arts: Career Advancement Grant Awarded $1875 to fund a world premiere performance and a presentation at the 47th International Horn Symposium, The Colburn School, Los Angeles, CA 2014 University of Louisiana Monroe: College of Arts, Education, and Sciences Dean’s Faculty Support Fund Awarded $1,074.58 to support a brass trio performance at the 2014 International Women’s Brass Conference. 2014 University of Louisiana Monroe: College of Arts, Education, and Sciences Research Hub Mini Grant Awarded $500 to assist in commissioning a new work for horn and harp by internationally recognized composer Gary Schocker. 2014 The International Horn Society: Meir Rimon Commissioning Assistance Fund Awarded $2200 to assist in commissioning a new work for horn and harp by internationally recognized composer Gary Schocker. 2012 Louisiana Division of the Arts: Career Advancement Grant Awarded $1877 to help fund a trip to Thailand to perform as a guest artist at Mahidol University in Bangkok, Thailand as a member of the Black Bayou Brass. 2011 University of Louisiana Monroe: Student Technology Access Plan Awarded $19,388.00 to purchase new equipment and software for the Department of Music Listening Lab. 2010 University of Louisiana Monroe: College of Arts and Sciences Dean's Research and Creative Project Fund Awarded $765.00 to travel to Madison, WI to conduct an interview with noted horn pedagogue Douglas Hill. Interview was adapted into an article titled “Teacher Talk: An Interview with Douglas Hill,” and accepted for publication in The Horn Call, Journal of the International Horn Society. Published in February, 2011. 2009 University of Louisiana Monroe: College of Arts and Sciences Dean's Research and Creative Project Fund Awarded $2407.50 to produce a full-length, professional quality audio recording of the Chamber Arts Brass, the resident faculty brass trio of the ULM Department of Music. The compact disc recording includes previously unrecorded repertoire for this type of ensemble.
Editorial and Review Activities 2016-present Music and Book Reviewer, The Horn Call, Journal of the International Horn Society 2011 Reviewer, Music Appreciation Text, Cengage Learning, Read and reviewed several chapters from a proposed new music appreciation textbook to be published by Cengage Learning. Review submitted online. 2008 Editorial Board Member, You and Music: A Guide to Listening, 7th edition. Monroe, LA: Écoutez Press, Ltd., 2008. Responsibilities: Edited one current chapter and two new chapters in this book. This textbook is used by all of the Music Enjoyment (MUSC 1091) classes at University of Louisiana Monroe. 2008 Ad hoc Reviewer, Overtures Boldin – Vitae 12
Responsibilities: Read and reviewed the Prospectus and two sample chapters from Overtures, a proposed new music appreciation textbook. Review submitted online.
Selected Solo and Chamber Music Performances September 13, 2019 Guest Artist Concert: Music for Horn and Piano by Bernhard Mueller, Gina Gillie, Paul Basler and Jan Koetsier, Mississippi State University, Starkville, MS September 11, 2019 Guest Artist Concert: Music for Horn and Piano by Bernhard Mueller, Gina Gillie, Paul Basler and Jan Koetsier, The University of Arkansas, Fayettville, AR September 9, 2019 Faculty Recital: Music for Horn and Piano by Bernhard Mueller, Gina Gillie, Paul Basler and Jan Koetsier, University of Louisiana Monroe April 17, 2019 Faculty Recital: Black Bayou Brass, University of Louisiana Monroe November 19, 2018 Horn Soloist, Monroe Symphony Chorus, Paul Basler, Songs of Faith September 27, 2018 Faculty Recital: Music of Susan Mutter, James Naigus, and Johannes Brahms, University of Louisiana Monroe September 18, 2018 Faculty Recital: Rumore Wind Quintet, University of Louisiana Monroe May 31-June 2, 2018 New Music on the Bayou Summer Festival, Monroe and Ruston, LA April 28, 2018 Soloist, Concerto for Horn and Orchestra, K. 447 by W.A. Mozart, Monroe Symphony Orchestra, Clay Couturiaux, conductor April 19, 2018 Soloist, Pele by Brian Balmages, University of Louisiana Monroe Wind Ensemble, Dr. Derle Long, conductor October 5, 2017 Guest Recital, The University of Kentucky, Lexington, KY May 31-June 1, 2017 New Music on the Bayou Summer Festival, Monroe and Ruston, LA June 1-4, 2016 New Music on the Bayou Summer Festival, Monroe and Ruston, LA April 25, 2016 Horn Soloist, Monroe Symphony Chorus, Paul Basler, Missa Kenya, First United Methodist Church, Monroe, LA February 8, 2016 Guest Recital: New Music for Voice, Horn and Piano, The University of Texas at Tyler, Tyler, TX February 7, 2016 Guest Recital: New Music for Voice, Horn and Piano, Stephen F. Austin State University, Nacogdoches, TX February 4, 2016 Guest Recital: New Music for Voice, Horn and Piano, Centenary College of Louisiana, Shreveport, LA February 19, 2015 Guest Brass Trio Recital, Guest Artist Series, Ouachita Baptist University, Arkadelphia, AR February 10, 2015 Guest Brass Trio Recital, Guest Artist Series, Bossier Parish Community College, Bossier City, LA June 11, 2013 Chamber Music Recital, Tuesdays in June Concert Series, Grace Episcopal Church, Monroe, LA June 19, 2012 Brass Trio Recital, Tuesdays in June Concert Series, Grace Episcopal Church, Monroe, LA June 5-9, 2012 Guest Artist Recitals (Brass Trio) and Master Classes, Mahidol University College of Music, Silpakorn University, Royal Thai Navy Music School, Bangkok, Thailand April 16, 2012 Horn Soloist, Monroe Symphony Chorus, Paul Basler, Missa Kenya and Songs of Faith July 19, 2011 Solo Recital, Tuesdays in July Concert Series, Grace Episcopal Church, Monroe, LA Boldin – Vitae 13
April 1, 2011 Brass Trio Recital, Bossier Parish Community College Performing Arts Guest Artist Series, Bossier City, LA March 29-30, 2010 Soloist, University of Louisiana Monroe Wind Ensemble Spring 2010 Tour November 19, 2008 Soloist, University of Louisiana Monroe Chamber Orchestra, W.A. Mozart, Concerto for Horn and Orchestra, K. 447 March 25-26, 2008 Guest Solo Recital and Master Class, Appalachian State University, Boone, NC
Recent Orchestral Performances December 21, 2019 Shreveport Symphony Orchestra, Fourth Horn December 14, 2019 Monroe Symphony Orchestra, Third Horn December 8, 2019 Rapides Symphony Orchestra, Second Horn November 2, 2019 Texarkana Symphony Orchestra, Third Horn October 26, 2019 Shreveport Symphony Orchestra, Fourth Horn October 19, 2019 Rapides Symphony Orchestra, Third Horn October 5, 2019 Texarkana Symphony Orchestra, Assistant Principal Horn September 21, 2019 Shreveport Symphony Orchestra, Fourth Horn September 15, 2019 Shreveport Symphony Orchestra, Fourth Horn May 8, 2019 Monroe Symphony Orchestra, Principal Horn May 4, 2019 Shreveport Symphony Orchestra, Fourth Horn April 27, 2019 Monroe Symphony Orchestra, Principal Horn March 16, 2019 Shreveport Symphony Orchestra, Fourth Horn December 16, 2018 Shreveport Symphony Orchestra, Fourth Horn December 8-9, 2018 South Arkansas Symphony Orchestra, Second Horn December 1, 2018 Rapides Symphony Orchestra, Third Horn November 17, 2018 Shreveport Symphony Orchestra, Fourth Horn October 27, 2018 Shreveport Symphony Orchestra, Fourth Horn October 20, 2018 Monroe Symphony Orchestra, Principal Horn October 6, 2018 Rapides Symphony Orchestra, Third Horn September 22, 2018 Shreveport Symphony Orchestra, Fourth Horn September 16, 2018 Shreveport Symphony Orchestra, Fourth Horn May 6, 2018 Shreveport Symphony Orchestra, Fourth Horn May 5, 2018 Shreveport Symphony Orchestra, Fourth Horn April 28, 2018 Soloist, Concerto for Horn and Orchestra, K. 447 by W.A. Mozart, Monroe Symphony Orchestra, Clay Couturiaux, conductor March 24, 2018 Shreveport Symphony Orchestra, Fourth Horn March 17, 2018 Rapides Symphony Orchestra, Third Horn March 10, 2018 Monroe Symphony Orchestra, Principal Horn February 25, 2018 Shreveport Symphony Orchestra, Fourth Horn February 24, 2018 Shreveport Symphony Orchestra, Fourth Horn January 27, 2018 Shreveport Symphony Orchestra, Assistant Principal Horn January 26, 2018 Shreveport Symphony Orchestra, Third Horn January 25, 2018 Shreveport Symphony Orchestra, Third Horn November 11, 2017 Shreveport Symphony Orchestra, Fourth Horn October 21, 2017 Monroe Symphony Orchestra, Principal Horn September 30, 2017 Rapides Symphony Orchestra, Third Horn Boldin – Vitae 14
September 16, 2017 Shreveport Symphony Orchestra, Assistant Principal Horn May 10, 2017 Monroe Symphony Orchestra, Principal Horn May 6, 2017 Shreveport Symphony Orchestra, Fourth Horn April 28, 2017 Monroe Symphony Orchestra, Principal Horn March 11, 2017 Shreveport Symphony Orchestra, Fourth Horn February 11, 2017 Monroe Symphony Orchestra, Principal Horn January 26, 27, 28, 2017 Shreveport Symphony Orchestra, Fourth Horn January 14, 2017 Shreveport Symphony Orchestra, Third Horn
Numerous other performances with the Madison Symphony Orchestra, Green Bay Symphony Orchestra, Oshkosh Symphony Orchestra, La Crosse Symphony Orchestra, Texas Festival Orchestra, Rockford Symphony Orchestra, and Asheville Symphony Orchestra.
University and Departmental Service 2019-present Curriculum Committee, College of Arts, Education, and Sciences 2018 Search Committee, Director of ULM Online, University of Louisiana Monroe 2018 Chair, Search Committee, Assistant Professor of Music (Applied Low Brass), University of Louisiana Monroe 2018 Search Committee, Assistant Professor of Music (Applied Trumpet), University of Louisiana Monroe 2017 Search Committee, Dean of the College of Arts, Education, and Sciences, University of Louisiana Monroe 2017 Search Committee, Biedenharn Endowed Chair in Music, University of Louisiana Monroe 2017 Search Committee, Assistant Professor of Music Education, University of Louisiana Monroe 2016 Search Committee, Visiting Assistant Professor of Music (Applied Low Brass), University of Louisiana Monroe 2016 Search Committee, Assistant Professor of Music (Applied Trumpet), University of Louisiana Monroe 2016 Search Committee, Assistant Director of Bands, University of Louisiana Monroe 2014-2015 Faculty Advisory Committee, College of Arts, Education, and Sciences, University of Louisiana Monroe Responsibilities: Draft and revise mission statement for the college, and other duties as designated by the Dean of the College of Arts, Education, and Sciences. 2013 Search Committee, Instructor of Trumpet, University of Louisiana Monroe 2011-present Chair, Music Program Library Committee, University of Louisiana Monroe Responsibilities: Design and implement policies and procedures for the Listening Lab acquiring new materials for the Department of Music Listening Lab. Collaborate with the ULM main library and Department of Music faculty to produce an annual list of recommendations for new acquisitions. 2010 Search Committee, Instructor of Trumpet, University of Louisiana Monroe 2009-2010 University Student Success Task Force, University of Louisiana Monroe Responsibilities: Provide recommendations aimed at enhancing student growth and success and develop strategies for increasing retention and graduation rates. Boldin – Vitae 15
2008-2012 College of Arts and Sciences Assessment and Planning Committee University of Louisiana Monroe Responsibilities: Develop a strategic plan for the College of Arts and Sciences which is aligned with the University's strategic plan. Oversee and advise the assessment efforts in departments within the college of Arts and Sciences. Coordinate with the Office of Assessment and departments to improve the assessment process in the College of Arts and Sciences. 2007-present Music Program Website Committee, University of Louisiana Monroe Responsibilities: Work with other committee members and the Department Head to design and maintain the Music Program Website, http://www.ulm.edu/music 2007-2009 Faculty Friend Mentor Program, University of Louisiana Monroe Responsibilities: Serve as a mentor to first year faculty by advising them in the use of Moodle, email accounts, Faculty Activities Database, etc. Additional duties include assisting in any other way to ensure that first year faculty have a rewarding experience during their first year at ULM. 2006-present Music Program Outcomes and Assessment Committee University of Louisiana Monroe Responsibilities: Collect, organize, and interpret student assessment data in the Department of Music. Collaborate with faculty to provide recommendations for improvement based on the results of this data. 2006-present Music Program Student Recital Committees University of Louisiana Monroe Responsibilities: Evaluate the recital performances of students in the Music Program, and make constructive comments for improvement.
Professional Service 2018-present Online Music Sales Editorial Team, The International Horn Society Responsibilities: Assist with operation and editing of the International Horn Society’s Online Music Sales program. Review and provide feedback from proposed submissions by composers and arrangers. Prepare contracts and collect tax forms from composers. Assist in the preparation and editing of large projects, including the complete works of Douglas Hill, and the jazz compositions of John Jacob Graas. 2009-present Area Representative, Louisiana, The International Horn Society Responsibilities: Provide information and resources about the IHS, its activities, and other horn-related events to IHS members and other interested people in my region. Promote musical education as it relates to the horn (according to the IHS by-laws). Aid the IHS by generating enthusiasm and camaraderie among horn players in my region, with the aim of recruiting new members and retaining existing members. Maintain IHS membership and be proactive in informing Regional Coordinators.
Community Service 2018-present Board of Directors, New Music on the Bayou Summer Festival, Monroe, LA http://newmusiconthebayou.com/ Responsibilities: Work with the other members of the board to further the mission of the New Music on the Bayou Summer Festival. Boldin – Vitae 16
• Provide opportunities for contemporary composers to interact with professional performers over the course of an intense multi-day event in rehearsals and concerts. • Inspire the region with new ideas about music and to inspire composers with the unique landscapes and cultural offerings of north Louisiana. • Create opportunities for composers to engage with each other, the performers, and our audiences. • Bring the music to the people of the Northeast Louisiana community and generate interest and attendance at the concerts. 2008-2013 Board of Directors, Écoutez Press, Ltd., Monroe, LA Responsibilities: Work with other members of the Écoutez Press Board to manage all of the affairs of the corporation, subject to the provisions of its articles of incorporation and by-laws. 2008-2011 Artistic Advisory Board, Monroe Symphony Orchestra, Monroe, LA Responsibilities: Work with the conductor of the Monroe Symphony Orchestra to help set the season’s program, find new and innovative programs for MSO audiences, and work within the parameters of the budget to achieve programs of high artistic quality.
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References Daren Robbins John Q. Ericson Chair, Brass and Percussion Department Associate Professor of Horn College of Music Arizona State University School of Music Mahidol University P.O. Box 870405 25/25 Phutthamonthon Sai 4 Road Tempe, AZ 85287-0405 Salaya, Phutthamonthon Phone: 480-965-4152 Nakhonpathom, 73170 Thailand Email: [email protected] Email: [email protected]
Sandra Lunte Gina Gillie Professor of Music, Flute Associate Professor of Music University of Louisiana Monroe Pacific Lutheran University Biedenharn Hall 12180 Park Avenue S. 700 University Avenue Tacoma, WA 98447 Monroe, LA 71209 Phone: 253-355-5412 Phone: 318-342-1578 Email: [email protected] Email: [email protected] Richard Seiler Stacie Mickens Professor of Music, Piano Associate Professor of Horn University of Louisiana Monroe College of Music Biedenharn Hall University of North Texas 700 University Avenue 1155 Union Circle #311367 Monroe, LA 71209 Denton, Texas 76203-5017 Phone: 318-342-1571 Phone: 563-920-9547 Email: [email protected] Email: [email protected] Claire Vangelisti Associate Professor of Music, Voice University of Louisiana Monroe Biedenharn Hall 700 University Avenue Monroe, LA 71209 Phone: 318-342-1588 Email: [email protected]